Electrical Technician

NextGenEnergyJobs; Waycross, Northern (GA, KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Enviva is seeking an experienced Electrical Technician to perform installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of heavy equipment in our pellet mill environments. You will work to ensure electrical systems meet safety, regulatory, and Enviva standards, interpreting drawings and wiring diagrams, and supporting PLC controlled devices.

Responsibilities include preventative and corrective maintenance, debugging 480V/4160V distribution gear, and coordinating with teams to minimize downtime while

Qualifications

• Must interpret and apply electrical codes and standards.
• Experience with PLCs, motor control centers, and drive systems.
• Ability to read sketches, blueprints, and work orders.
• Strong problem solving, analytical and safety mindset.
• Proficient with tools and basic computer use.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, maintenance work and inspections of heavy equipment.
• Troubleshoot PLC controlled devices and 480V/4160V distribution gear.
• Inspect and repair wiring, sensors, and fixtures to minimize downtime.
• Interpret electrical drawings and control system schematics.
• Ensure safety compliance and proper PPE use during tasks.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC programming

Blueprints & schematics

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Teamwork & communication

Technical reading

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical training program

Tools

Multimeter

Megger

DeviceNet

ControlNet

Flex I/O

Fiber Optic testing

Job description

The Enviva team is driven by our shared vision for a renewable energy future.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform installation, maintenance work, electrical field work, inspections/maintenance of heavy equipment obeying OSHA and Enviva standards for work practices
• Maintains adherence to workplace and safety practices and principles, and electrical standards in compliance with the relevant Federal, State, and Local Codes.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues relating to the PLC controlled devices, motor control centers, VFD’s instrumentation (multi-meter, megger, process meter, hart meter, amp meter) and other standard electrical devices using electrical drawings.
• Wire, Troubleshoot, repair, AC/DC circuits and equipment, replace wiring electrical issues relating to the PLC, motor control centers, 480V and 4160V electrical distribution equipment and all electrical devices, equipment, sensors and fixtures
• Troubleshoot different communication and IT technologies (D-Net, E-Net, Fiber Optic).
• Identify corrective action and troubleshooting to improve reliability of equipment.
• Perform electrical field work including preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance on electrical systems, process control, drives and actuators, instrumentation and telemetry equipment.
• Ensure equipment is properly maintained and calibrated before use and reports abnormalities
• Monitor production process operating parameters and makes appropriate adjustments to ensure safe and efficient equipment performance
• Perform additional duties as assigned and directed.

Requirements

• At least two (2) years manufacturing experience.
• Four (4) years of electrical experience.
• Demonstrated ability in using hand tools and power tools as required for troubleshooting, repairing and/or replacing wiring, equipment, sensors, and fixtures.
• Must be proficient in basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to interpret, illustrate, and apply regulation codes and rules.
• Ability to interpret sketches, blueprints, shop drawings, and work orders
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal job descriptions.
• Excellent communication, critical thinking, analytical, problem solving interpersonal and team skills
• Willing and able to adhere to safety rules and regulations, including wearing prescribed safety equipment.
• High School degree or equivalent, applicants in process of getting GED will be considered; plus four (4) years of progressively responsible journey level electrical experience; or completion of a technical training program and two (2) years of experience.
• Advanced degree/certification in electrical engineering or controls a plus.
• Experience in a pellet mill or manufacturing environment.
• Must demonstrate electrical aptitude and troubleshooting.
• Proficient in mathematics and measurements.
• Wood products background.
• Experience in PLC programming and working with automated devices and electrical distribution equipment.
• Program and troubleshoot with DeviceNet; ControlNet and Flex I/O.
• Willing and able to perform tasks such as lifting and pulling up to 50 pounds, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA.
• Ability to work from heights and confined spaces
• Able to climb multiple flights of steps, ramps, vertical ladders, scaffolds (fixed or portable)
• Able to work around moving equipment and machinery
• Ability to perform work while wearing PPE including Arc Flash protection.
• This position is not eligible for visa support.